Vanilla extract has become a popular ingredient in craft brewing, particularly in stouts, porters, and specialty ales. Its smooth and aromatic profile complements roasted malts and balances bitterness. It also works to enhance notes of chocolate, coffee, and caramel, adding depth and complexity to a beer without overpowering the base flavors. This makes it an ideal ingredient for dessert inspired brews or seasonal releases. At Lochhead Manufacturing Company, our vanilla specialists can help brewers select the right vanilla to achieve the desired impact. Ensuring each batch is flavorful, balanced, and memorable.
Vanilla has long been a prized ingredient in the production of liquors and spirits. In products like cream liqueurs, whiskey, rum, and specialty spirits, vanilla rounds out harsh notes while softening alcohol’s bite. It can also be used to highlight natural caramel, toffee, and oak flavors within certain spirits. At Lochhead Manufacturing Company, our vanilla specialists can recommend blends specifically formulated for spirit applications, helping you craft a distinctive, balanced, and delicious product.
Coffee and Tea benefit from vanillas that enhance natural flavors without overpowering them. Vanilla’s smooth, aromatic profile rounds out bitterness and softens acidity. This is an easy way to highlight subtle notes of caramel, chocolate, or spice within your product. Whether incorporated during blending or brewing, the right vanilla can provide a gentle flavor and warmth that your customers will love. At Lochhead Manufacturing Company, our vanilla specialists can recommend blends specifically formulated for coffee and tea applications, helping you deliver a consistently rich and memorable flavor experience with every cup.
Functional beverages often contain adaptogens, vitamins, or other active ingredients that can introduce bitter and off notes. Vanilla’s smooth character helps to round out these flavors, masking bitterness and enhancing overall taste without overwhelming the beverage. Whether used in citrus or savory flavors, the right vanilla can mellow the harsh flavors of your product. A conversation with one of our vanilla specialists can help guide you to the best vanilla choice for your specific beverage functions.
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